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Cuisine of Argentina and Chile

Cuisine of Argentina and Chile

The cuisine of Argentina and Chile enjoys multiple influences from Europe, neighboring regions and ethnic heritage.
How to Prepare to Go to the South Pole

How to Prepare to Go to the South Pole

When traveling to the South Pole keep in mind that you are visiting the highest, driest and coolest continent on the planet. Therefore thorough preparation is needed during the planning stage of your trip. Keep in mind that the majority of South Pole visitors are workers, as tourists are generally n
Tivoli Grona Lund in Stockholm (Review)

Tivoli Grona Lund in Stockholm (Review)

Travel review for the Tivoli Grona Lund Amusement Park in Stockholm, Sweden, with visitor tips for the Swedish theme park Grona Lund, so you can decide whether or not to visit this attraction.
How to Find a Central Meeting Place for Three Different States

How to Find a Central Meeting Place for Three Different States

If you are a frequent road-tripper, geography buff, or outdoor enthusiast, you may know something about tri-state areas, places in the United States where the boundaries of three states converge. These 38 locations are highly diverse, ranging from remote valleys (Oregon, Idaho and Nevada) to a pris
The Best Beach Hotels in Costa Rica

The Best Beach Hotels in Costa Rica

There are multiple beach hotels in Costa Rica that have received positive reviews to choose from.beach image by Horticulture from Fotolia.comThe Ocotal Beach Resort, Tango Mar Beach and Golf Resort and Punta Islita Hotel all received positive reviews on Hotels.com and are all beach hotels...
Traveling From Lima to Cusco by Bus or Plane

Traveling From Lima to Cusco by Bus or Plane

Independent travelers have two main ways of getting from Lima to Cusco: quick and easy flights or more scenic, adventurous and time-consuming bus journeys.
Humpback Whales at Sunset

Humpback Whales at Sunset

Cruise ships traversing the Antartic water passages often visit Deception Island in the South Shetland Island chain. The island was formed by a volcanic crater, and when part of the crater collapsed, seawater rushed in the caldera and created one of the largest natural harbors in the world. Enjoy th
Ancud Street and Hill

Ancud Street and Hill

The Chiloe Archipelago, in Chile's Northern Patagonia, has long been a place of mystery and mysticism. Famous for seafood, handicrafts, and the warmth of its people, Chiloé is a scenic and an increasingly popular destination for walking, biking, fishing, paddling and birding.
San Bernardo Beach

San Bernardo Beach

The Atlantic Coast of Argentina includes the province of Buenos Aires and the many beaches and beach resorts, south through Northern Patagonia, Puerto Madryn and the wildlife of Peninsula Valdes, the Welsh communities and further south into northern Tierra del Fuego.
Best Museums in Quito, Ecuador

Best Museums in Quito, Ecuador

Best Museums in Quito Ecuador
Bunad, the Norwegian National costume

Bunad, the Norwegian National costume

Bunad, the Norwegian National costume (Norway/Scandinavia)
Explore a Virtual Peru With Google Street View

Explore a Virtual Peru With Google Street View

A large number of Peruvian towns and cities are now available on Google Street View, including cities such as Lima, Arequipa and Cusco.
Finland's Easter Traditions

Finland's Easter Traditions

Easter traditions in Finland. Here, travelers and Finland visitors can find out how Finland locals celebrate the Easter holiday and which Finnish traditions and customs are celebrated at Easter. About Easter in Finland...
Overview of visas, reciprocity fees and departure taxes in South America

Overview of visas, reciprocity fees and departure taxes in South America

An overview of the visa requirements and fees for entering and exiting South American countries
Hemiciclo de la Rotonda

Hemiciclo de la Rotonda

Many travelers know Guayaquil as the place to spend a few hours, or an overnight, before embarking for the Galapagos. Those who take the time to explore the city's revamped and beautified areas will appreciate Guayaquil's scenic attractions and its cultural and historic value.
Solimões-Negro River at Manaus

Solimões-Negro River at Manaus

The Amazon river system starts in the highlands of Peru, makes it way, joined by many tributaries from Venezuela, Colombia, Bolivia, Suriname, French Guiana and Guyana to flow through a vast area of norhtern Brazil to reach the Atlantic ocean. Enjoy a photograhic sample of some of the views along th
Extreme Sports in South America

Extreme Sports in South America

The best places for extreme sports travel in South America.
The Brüning Museum in Lambayeque

The Brüning Museum in Lambayeque

The Museo Arqueologico Nacional Brüning, or Brüning Museum, is one of the preeminent museums in Northern Peru.
The History of the Amazon Rainforest

The History of the Amazon Rainforest

The Amazon rainforest is also known as Amazonia or the Amazon jungle, covering most of the Amazon basin in South America. The forest spans a total area of 1.4 billion acres. The forest occupies space in nine nations: Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Bolivia, Guyana, Suriname and French Gu
Things to Do in Sweden in Fall

Things to Do in Sweden in Fall

My favorite time to travel to Sweden is definitely fall. The months of September and October are the most beautiful months to be in Swedish nature.